Best 3 Light Chicken Kiev Recipes

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Chicken Kiev is a classic dish that is typically made with butter, breadcrumbs, and herbs. While it is delicious, it is also high in calories and fat. This recipe for Light Chicken Kiev is a healthier version of the classic dish that is just as flavorful and satisfying. It uses lean chicken breasts, low-fat Greek yogurt, and whole-wheat breadcrumbs. The result is a crispy, flavorful chicken dish that is also good for you.

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LIGHT CHICKEN KIEV



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"This recipe is the one most requested by my husband," writes Beth Dauenhauer from Pueblo, Colorado. "I vary the herbs, using what's on hand-or fresh. Also, try with roasted potatoes, as cooking times and temperatures are compatible."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter, softened
1/4 teaspoon each dried thyme, parsley flakes and rosemary, crushed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 egg white
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)

Steps:

  • Combine the butter, thyme, parsley and rosemary; shape into two cubes. Cover and freeze until firm, about 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper. In another shallow bowl, lightly whisk egg white. In a third bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and paprika., Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Place a butter cube on the center of each. Roll up and tuck in ends; secure with toothpicks. Coat chicken with flour mixture, dip in egg white, then roll in crumb mixture. , Place seam side down in an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. Discard toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 315mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LIGHT CHICKEN KIEV



Light Chicken Kiev image

A lighter version of Chicken Kiev, developed by the executive chef of the Russian Tea Room where the dish is a staple item. Stolen from another website and posted here for convenience. Prep time does not include refrigeration.

Provided by Dave in Alpharetta

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4 breasts, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (7 1/2 ounce) container Smart Balance light butter spread, room temperature
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 teaspoon chervil
1 teaspoon dill
1 lime, zest of
1 lemon, zest of
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning chicken
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning chicken
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 large eggs, beaten with
1 teaspoon water
2 cups Japanese-style bread crumbs, crushed with a rolling pin (Panko)
2 tablespoons canola oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Combine butter, parsley, tarragon, chervil, dill and zests with teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in the bowl of a stand mixer. Place mixture on plastic wrap or waxed paper and roll into small log; place in freezer.
  • Place chicken breasts, one at a time, between two pieces of plastic wrap. Sprinkle chicken lightly with water and squirt the top of the plastic wrap as well. Pound to no less than 1/8-inch thickness. Season each piece of chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Lay one chicken breast on a new piece of plastic wrap and place 1/4 of the compound butter in the center of each breast. Using the plastic wrap to assist, fold in ends of breast and roll breast into a log, completely enclosing the butter; roll very tightly. Repeat with each breast. Place chicken in refrigerator for 2 hours, or up to overnight.
  • Place egg and water mixture in one pie pan and 2 cups bread crumbs in a different pie pan.
  • Dip each breast in the egg mixture and then roll in the breadcrumbs, then repeat the process with the rest. Place in the refrigerator for one hour then re-dip the chicken.
  • Heat oil in a pot or deep fryer heat until oil reaches 325 degrees F.
  • Gently submerse each breast in oil, and cook until golden brown, 10 minutes approximately , until the internal temperature reaches 165-170 degrees. If the chicken becomes too brown, turn the flame down to lower the temperature of the oil. Remove to a cooling rack set in sheet pan and allow draining for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.7, Fat 31.5, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 174.2, Sodium 1042, Carbohydrate 12, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.2, Protein 32.3

LIGHT CHICKEN KIEV 4 SERVINGS



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THIS IS A CHILL PART-THEN BROWN IN PAN- THEN BAKE THOROUGH TO FINISH KIEV CHICKEN DISH :)

Provided by Laura Sharp

Categories     Chicken

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 large chicken breast fillets
8 Tbsp breadcrumbs
1 c parmesan cheese grated
5 medium egg beaters light eggs
3/4 c flour
1 pinch paprika
4 Tbsp sunflower oil
2 clove garlic crush
3/4 c unsalted butter
2 Tbsp fresh parsley chopped
1/2 lemon sqeezed may sub juice

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees if you have over an hour of prep time to do this meal otherwise follow steps to chill then when ready you will brown and bake these.
  • 2. Place all the garlic butter and last 4 ingredients in a bowl and season well. Mash with fork and shape into two sausage shapes, use saran wrap to shape. Chill in freezer for approx 1 hour or until firm. Once chilled, slice into 8 pieces keep pretty.
  • 3. Take chicken breasts to a cutting board use appropriate sharp knife to make a deep pocket inside, one at a time. The best thing to do is find deep part cut tip in half way. Insert two slices fo chilled butter into each breast cut and press together to reseal the breast with hands. Set aside.
  • 4. Now mix together the breadcrumbs and parmesan on a good sized plate, and put eggs into mixing bowl. On a second good sized plate stir the flour and paprika with a pinch of salt. THESE WILL ALL BE USED TO DIP AND COAT.
  • 5. Going from plate to plate in order put each breast coated with the flour to egg bowl to breadcrumbs, repeat so each breast has double coating. This makes it more crispy and keeps butter inside. put in the fridge for an hour before cooking or freeze for a later day.
  • 6. Heat oil in a large pan on medium heat to about 6 to 8 on newer model ranges and fry the Kievs for approx 3 minutes on each side until gold. transfer them to a baking pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes on 375*.

Tips:

  • To ensure the chicken breasts remain moist and juicy, use a meat mallet to gently flatten them to an even thickness. This will help them cook evenly.
  • For a crispy and golden-brown crust, coat the chicken breasts in panko breadcrumbs instead of traditional breadcrumbs. Panko breadcrumbs are flakier and will give the chicken a more satisfying crunch.
  • To prevent the chicken from drying out, brush it with melted butter or olive oil before baking. This will help keep the chicken moist and flavorful.
  • For a more intense garlic flavor, use roasted garlic in the compound butter. To roast garlic, simply cut off the top of a garlic head, drizzle it with olive oil, and wrap it in foil. Roast the garlic at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and golden brown.
  • Serve the chicken Kiev immediately after it is cooked. This will ensure that the chicken is hot and juicy, and the compound butter will be melted and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Chicken Kiev is a classic dish that is sure to impress your guests. With its crispy crust, tender chicken, and flavorful compound butter, it is a dish that is both delicious and visually appealing. By following the tips above, you can make sure your chicken Kiev turns out perfectly every time.

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